Why Should I Undergo Knee Replacement?

A lot of patients want to know whether it is really important for them to undergo this surgery. The answer to that is yes. If your doctor/healthcare physician has recommended that you do, it is advisable. You can also contact us for a free second opinion. This surgery will relieve pain, improve your mobility, and also your quality of life.

Risks

Just like other surgeries, a knee replacement surgery also involves risks. These might be infections, stiffness, loosening, etc. Sometimes, there is a chance of blood clots. In this case, your doctor might prescribe blood thinners.

Post-surgery Care

After knee replacement surgery, don't pivot, kneel, squat, or twist on the involved leg for at least six weeks. When in bed, keep the involved knee as straight as possible. It is advised you opt for physiotherapy in India itself as the doctors can then monitor your progress better.

How long will My Surgery Last?

As there have been advancements in this field over the last years, it is said that 85% of cases in this surgery will last 20 years or even more.

Statistics

Knee replacement surgeries accounted for 4.6% of all United States operating room procedures in 2011, with 718,000 hospitalizations. Also the number of surgeries performed in U.S. hospitals increased by 93% between the ten-year period from 2001 to 2011.

Cost of Knee Replacement Surgery in India

This is a general cost of knee replacement surgery in India as compared to western countries such as USA and UK. As you can see, the cost is way less than the other two.

Procedure

USA($)

UK($)

INDIA($)

Total Knee Replacement

40000

13000

8500

Knee replacement (unilateral)

32000

38000

3000

Knee replacement (bilateral)

54920

56000

5100

If you are considering undertaking knee replacement in India, this information is all that you need. For the other important things, such as selection of doctors, visa processes, please get in touch with our IPD.